1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 685 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Astro | Cooper |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |