2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Murano | Astro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
