1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 500 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2355 mm |