1993 Renault Express vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 4 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Astro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
