1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Astro | S800 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
