1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 3 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, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 600 kg more than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Astro | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
