2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 732 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
