1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Astro | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
