1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 86 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 905 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Astro | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Silvia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |