2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 568 kg more than 1989 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Legacy | 1989 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Legacy | Nova |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
