2011 Honda CR-V vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 458 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.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-V | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | CR-V | Nova |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2470 mm |
