1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 19 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 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 470 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
