1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1971 TVR 2500 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 528 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Nova | 2500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |