1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 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 42 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Astro | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
