1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 17 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Astro | Antara |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |