1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 38 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 39 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 444 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Nova | KB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
