1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 815 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Nova |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
