1995 Acura Legend vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Astro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
