2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Astro | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
