2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 13 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2123 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
