1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 678 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | 323 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
