1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 259 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Nova | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |