1999 Holden Nova vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Holden Nova is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Nova | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |