1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 4 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 24 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra 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 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 1989 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Supra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Supra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
