1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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. 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Condor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
