1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 805 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Holden |
| Model | Frontera | Nova |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
