1977 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Nova | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Nova | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3190 mm |
