1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nova | CLC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
