1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 803 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunny | Astro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
