1977 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 280 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Nova | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Nova | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
