2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1977 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 32 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1977 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
