1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 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 17 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nova | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
