1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 29 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
