2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Nova would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Nova weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2470 mm |
