1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1994 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 599 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quattro | Astro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
