1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1978 Chevrolet Nova and 1978 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 29 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nova | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |