1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 41 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, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 123 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Carens, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Nova | Carens |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
