1997 Holden Nova vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
