1998 Holden Nova vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 325 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 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 2000 Nissan Maxima 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. 2000 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
