1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | GT-R |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |