1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1971 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Centura is newer by 3 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Centura (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 277 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1971 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Nova | Centura |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
