2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Holden Nova
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Santa Fe | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2566 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
