2000 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 1994 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
