2007 Acura TL vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 382 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura TL 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 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | TL | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
