1977 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 580 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
