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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 539 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 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 |
