1998 Holden Nova vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1908 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Nova | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3967 mm |
