1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
