1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Astro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
