1996 Holden Nova vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 5 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1996 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1996 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | MM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1530 mm |
