1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 8 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 30 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 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | APV | SVX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
