1998 Holden Nova vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova.
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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Holden | Daewoo |
| Model | Nova | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
