1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Nova |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
