1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 278 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Crown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
