2006 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Holden Nova
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 563 kg more than 1993 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1993 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
