1999 Holden Nova vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1999 Holden Nova is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Nova weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
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, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Nova | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Integra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
