2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Holden Nova | |
Make | Land Rover | Holden |
Model | Range Rover | Nova |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |