1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 42 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 489 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.
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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Nova | Elise |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2941 mm |
