1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 22 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astro | T5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3410 mm |
