2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
