1998 Holden Nova vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 418 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 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.

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