1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 6 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 178 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nova | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
