2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Astro.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Ducato | Astro |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |