2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Nova would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1989 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 1989 Holden Nova | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Titan | Nova |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2440 mm |