1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 20 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | Cayman |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2416 mm |