1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova 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 19 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
