1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 22 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2896 mm |