2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
