1984 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1990 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | APV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
