1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 36 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, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
