1995 Holden Nova vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 650 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1995 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1995 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Nova | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Nova | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |