2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 682 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Astro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 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 |
