2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 410 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 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1994 Holden Nova | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Quest | Nova |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |