1995 Holden Nova vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 247 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Nova | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
