1978 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 625 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 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Nova |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
