1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, 1989 Holden Nova is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 582 kg more than 1989 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Nova, 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 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 1989 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Plymouth | Holden |
| Model | GTX | Nova |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
