1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 4 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 59 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Serena | Astro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
