1995 Holden Nova vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1995 Holden Nova and 1995 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Nova | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Nova | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |