1989 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Astro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
