1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1993 Ford Royale
To start off, 1993 Ford Royale is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 1993 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Royale |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
