1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 74 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Nova | Chevette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |