1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Astro 2007 GMC Canyon
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Astro Canyon
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 183 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3210 mm


 

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