1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Astro | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
