1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 545 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |