1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 507 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Nova | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
