1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom is newer by 31 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, 2005 Toyota Windom (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Windom should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Toyota Windom.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Windom (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (272 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Windom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Windom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
