1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 374 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 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 | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
