1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1996 Audi RS2 and 1996 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 1996 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | RS2 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
