1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 1999 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 330 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 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira | 1999 Holden Nova | |
Make | Vauxhall | Holden |
Model | Zafira | Nova |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |