1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 983 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi Fox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Astro | Fox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
