1997 Holden Nova vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 801 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 2011 Buick Park Avenue 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 2011 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova. 2011 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Nova | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3009 mm |