1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | 17 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
