1975 Honda 145 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 975 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
