1998 Holden Nova vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 330 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 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Nova | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Nova | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |