1996 Holden Nova vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 441 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Nova | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
