1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 865 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | 2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2489 mm |
