1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. 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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Nova | XJS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |