2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Frontier | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
