2002 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 262 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Nova |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
