1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 19 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Astro | C30 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
