1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 2 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 79 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 995 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 1992 Toyota Sera. 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) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Sera |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |