1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 725 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1994 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1994 Holden Nova | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Park Avenue | Nova |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |