1977 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Nova | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2790 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 |
