1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3970 mm |
