1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Nova | 44 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
