2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Discovery | Nova |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
