1997 Volkswagen Parati vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1997 Volkswagen Parati and 1997 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Nova (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Nova weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova. 1997 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Volkswagen Parati | 1997 Holden Nova | |
Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
Model | Parati | Nova |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |