1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 44 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 421 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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
