1996 Holden Nova vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1265 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 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Nova | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2980 mm |