1999 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1999 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace and 1999 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 626 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova.
Because 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova. 1999 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1999 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Nova |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
