1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 40 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 63 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 2008 Mazda Premacy, 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 (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
