1989 Holden Nova vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1989 Holden Nova and 1989 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Nova | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Nova | Elan |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |