1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 21 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Nova | Guara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
