2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 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 211 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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 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 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Titan | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
