1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 16 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 2006 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. 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 2006 Renault Espace. 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 2006 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
