1998 Holden Nova vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 2 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 320 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Nova | Joice |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
