1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Astro |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |