1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 36 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1058 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 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Nova | LR4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2885 mm |