1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
