2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 86 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Astro | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 638 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |