1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
