1988 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Buick Estate 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 1988 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 1991 Chevrolet APV | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | APV |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |