2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 9 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | 965 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
