1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
