1997 Holden Nova vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 15 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 390 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 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | Nova | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2596 mm |