2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
