1995 Holden Nova vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
