2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 240 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 911 | Astro |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 473 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |