1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Astro | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
