1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |