2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 850 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Astro | RX-01 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |