1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | Insight |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |