1997 Holden Nova vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Nova (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Nova | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
