1996 Holden Nova vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1110 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
