1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 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 91 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nova | Sierra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |