1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Silverado |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3650 mm |