1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2005 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 37 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 2005 Honda Avancier 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier. 2005 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2005 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
