1989 Audi V8 vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, both 1989 Audi V8 and 1989 Chevrolet APV were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 1989 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Audi V8 | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 | APV |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |