1995 Porsche 965 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 965 | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 965 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 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 | 1470 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
