2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1993 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Presea 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 94 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 960 kg more than 1993 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Astro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1993 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Presea |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |