1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1993 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1993 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | Quattro | Astro |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |