2010 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova.
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, 1998 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1998 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Nova |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1249 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
