1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 464 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Nova | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nova | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |