1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 770 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 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
