1996 Holden Nova vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 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.
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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
