2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Azure 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1996 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Nova |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
