1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 21 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 969 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Elise. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Astro | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2299 mm |