2003 Honda City vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Nova weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 1989 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City. 1989 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda City has manual transmission. 2003 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 1989 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | City | Nova |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
