1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Nova | Defender |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |