1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Carina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
