1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 39 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Nova | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
