1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 40 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 (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Nova | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
