1977 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 836 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Nova | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Nova | D8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
