1996 Holden Nova vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 375 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 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
