1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 54 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Nova |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
