1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 11 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
