1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astro | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
