2011 Kia Borrego vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 222 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 2011 Kia Borrego 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 2011 Kia Borrego. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Borrego | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Borrego | Nova |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
