1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1997 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, 1997 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 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | 965 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
