1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diamante | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
