1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Nova | Musso |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
