1995 Holden Nova vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 1995 Holden Nova and 1988 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Carina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
