1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 31 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, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 22 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nova | NSX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |