1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra 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 58 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Toyota Supra. 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 1999 Toyota Supra. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 1999 Toyota Supra 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. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Supra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 1050 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |