1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Step Wagon | Nova |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |