1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 434 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | 17 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
