1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
