1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 940 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Bentley Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Turbo | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3080 mm |
