2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1400 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
