2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1555 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 |
