1999 Holden Nova vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 900 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 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Nova | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
