1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Because 1992 Ford Falcon 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 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
