2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1972 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Uplander | President |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
