1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
