1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 499 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC.
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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | RSC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
