1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 307 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Astro |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |