2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | NSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |