2007 Audi A3 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
