2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Starlet |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |