2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Caldina | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caldina | Nova |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
