1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1988 Volvo 740 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Nova | 740 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |