1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (272 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Nova | Corvette |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |