1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 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 65 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 359 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Astro | Dakota |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |