1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 33 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. Both 1968 Chevrolet Nova and 2001 Pontiac Trans Am are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (388 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Nova | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
