1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS 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 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Nova | TS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
