1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, both 1975 Nissan Skyline and 1975 Chevrolet Nova were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Skyline | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Skyline | Nova |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |