1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 7 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 103 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nova | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |