1995 Holden Nova vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 10 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 734 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 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
