1999 Holden Nova vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1999 Holden Nova and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Nova | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | Nova | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |