1997 Holden Nova vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, both 1997 Holden Nova and 1997 Volvo S70 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 587 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 Volvo S70 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Nova | S70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |