1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 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 4,299 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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 (272 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
