1991 Toyota Corolla vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 895 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Corolla | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Astro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
