1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 10 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 132 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 935 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Astro | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
