2003 Honda That vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Nova weights approximately 248 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda That | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | That | Nova |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
