1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 30 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1975 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1975 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nova | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
