2011 Toyota Prius vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 25 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Prius | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prius | Astro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
