1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 19 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Astro | Exige |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |