1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 73 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 564 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 1989 Honda Accord. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Astro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
