1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 656 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astro | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
