2010 Nissan Versa vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 644 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Versa | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Versa | Astro |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2830 mm |
