1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
