1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Nova |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
