1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
