1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 153 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | 208 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
