1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 449 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pickup | Astro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
