1998 Holden Nova vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1978 Toyota Century 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 1978 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 1978 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
