1998 Holden Nova vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
