1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 240 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.
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 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (388 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Nova | Vanden Plas |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
