2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Astro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
