2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 666 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Nova |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
