2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Astro | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
