1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 890 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. 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 1991 Ford Laser. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Laser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
