1997 Holden Nova vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 496 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 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1997 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1997 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
