1998 Holden Nova vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Nova | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |