2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
