2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
