1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1991 Chevrolet Astro

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Camaro and 1991 Chevrolet Astro were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 496 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Camaro 1991 Chevrolet Astro
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Camaro Astro
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1896 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2830 mm


 

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