1998 Holden Nova vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1444 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Nova | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Nova | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3683 mm |