1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 34 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Toyota Highlander. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
