1996 Holden Nova vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, both 1996 Holden Nova and 1996 Volvo 960 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 435 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 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Nova | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Nova | 960 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |