1998 Holden Nova vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 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), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 335 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 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
