1998 Holden Nova vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 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), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 600 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nova | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
