1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 21 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
