1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica 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 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 22 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 542 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Celica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |