1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Nissan President.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | President |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |