1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 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 61 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Nova | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
