1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 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 9 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 645 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (308 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1974 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
