1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 31 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 796 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Nova | Defender |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |
