2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
