1977 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1990 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | APV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
