2006 Acura RSX vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 18 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, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Astro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
