1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 148 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Nova | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
