1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 12 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 276 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | APV | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
