Chevy Novas

The first through fourth generation are the typical American front-engine rear-wheel drive models.

Chevrolet Chevy II / Nova
  *  First generation (1962–1965)
  *  Second generation (1966–1967)
  *  Third generation (1968–1974)
  *  Fourth generation (1975–1979)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Chevy_II_/_Nova#Fourth_generation_(1975%E2%80%931979)

"Any 1978 Chevrolet Nova could be ordered with a

• 250-cubic-inch six-cylinder engine,
• a 145-horsepower 305-cubic-inch V-8,
• or a 170-horsepower 350-cubic-inch V-8.

Law enforcement agencies in 48 states were driving Novas by now, as the sales brochure boasted."
"The 1979 Chevrolet Nova marked the end of the line for the rear-wheel-drive Nova. The front end was revised with square headlights and a new grille for the short run; a modified horizontal-bar grille contained vertical parking lights.
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The lineup was the same as in 1978; the base-level hatchback, coupe, and sedan, plus the Custom coupe and sedan. As usual, base coupe and sedan proved to be the best sellers. Nova Customs had a special acoustical package including improved headlining and full hood insulation, along with other luxury extras, while the Rally Package returned, this time using the same grille as other '79 Novas."