1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Nova | Type S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
