1995 Holden Nova vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Nova | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
