1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 458 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Astro |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |