2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 830 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Astro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
