2006 Ford Escape vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 961 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Astro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
