1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 20 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Nova | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nova | MR2 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |