1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 45 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 275 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 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Venza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| 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 | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
