1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Stanza |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |