1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Astro | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Astro | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |