1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1981 Toyota Cressida is newer by 6 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 2 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 314 kg more than 1981 Toyota Cressida. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Cressida |
Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |