1998 Holden Nova vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 146 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, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Holden | Daewoo |
| Model | Nova | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
