1997 Holden Nova vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Nova weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
