1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
