2012 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 457 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 1995 Holden Nova | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Nova |
Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2470 mm |