1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova. 1997 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Golf | Nova |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
