1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 524 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Nova | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
