1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Astro | XC70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |