1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
