1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 26 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue, 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 (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Nova | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
