1992 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 588 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Astro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
