1996 Holden Nova vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 403 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Nova | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Nova | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |