1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Ford Falcon.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Falcon. 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 1994 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
