1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, both 1968 Chevrolet Nova and 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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.
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1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Nova | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 43 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |