2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
