2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 713 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
