1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
| Model | Astro | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3240 mm |
