1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 602 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 2013 GMC Yukon 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. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Astro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1927 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
