1997 Holden Nova vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, both 1997 Holden Nova and 1997 Honda NSX were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | NSX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
