1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Sentra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |