1997 Holden Nova vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 524 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Nova | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2911 mm |
