1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 27 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Nova | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |