2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Astro | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
