1986 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 246 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
