1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 28 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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
