1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Nova |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
