1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
