1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 15 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, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
