1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 24 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Toyota Solara.
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, 2002 Toyota Solara, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Nova | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Solara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |