2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Dodge Viper (1,154 Nm) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Astro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 1154 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
