1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1993 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, both 1993 Bristol Blenheim and 1993 Chevrolet Astro were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1993 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Astro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
