1956 Buick 40 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
