1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 29 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Nova | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nova | S2000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |