2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 658 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
