1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 23 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | Boxter |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |