1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | 993 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
