1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 25 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 18 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 (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
