1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Nova |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
