1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
