1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 662 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3120 mm |
