2001 Toyota Sienna vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 575 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sienna | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Sienna | Nova |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
