1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 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 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 342 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Nova | 460 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
