1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1977 Volvo 66 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova 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 52 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Nova | 66 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
