1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 36 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Nova | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
