2012 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 17 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova.
Because 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-350 | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2470 mm |
