1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro 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 136 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | Today |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |