1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. Both 1979 Chevrolet Camaro and 1968 Chevrolet Nova are equipped with a 4,097 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 163 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
