1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 49 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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 1998 Honda Accord. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Astro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
