1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 930 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |
