1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 696 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Astro | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Mark II |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |