1999 Holden Nova vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, both 1999 Holden Nova and 1999 Ford Contour were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 152 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova. 1999 Ford Contour 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 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Nova | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Nova | Contour |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |