1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 775 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (340 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Nova |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
