2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 735 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 405. (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Astro | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
