2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 736 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 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Allroad | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
