1998 Holden Nova vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1265 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Holden Nova 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Holden Toyota
Model Nova Land Cruiser
Year Released 1998 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4477 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1065 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2860 mm


 

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