2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Crown Victoria | Nova |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |