1996 Holden Nova vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Nova | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
