1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
