1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 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 84 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Astro | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
