1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 610 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Venturi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Astro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
