1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 635 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
