1999 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
