1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 45 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 833 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 1988 Renault 19. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
