1998 Ford Probe vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1998 Ford Probe and 1998 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Probe | Nova |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
