1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 20 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 727 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Nova | Agera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
