1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Astro | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Astro | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
