1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 941 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
