1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 81 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
