1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 3 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 293 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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 (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000. 1974 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford 2000 has manual transmission. 1977 Ford 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
