1996 Holden Nova vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1996 Holden Nova and 1996 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova.
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 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Nova | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Nova | Vectra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |