1997 Holden Nova vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, both 1997 Holden Nova and 1997 Rover 600 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 600 weights approximately 170 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.
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, 1997 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 1997 Rover 600 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Nova | 600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |