1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 14 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Astro | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
