1996 Holden Nova vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Nova weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Nova | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
