1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 16 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Astro | V70 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |