1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 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 121 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 860 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
