1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 29 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 624 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Nova | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
