2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1320 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.
Because 2003 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 2003 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Nova |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
