2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina 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 97 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Uplander | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
