1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 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, 1989 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 1989 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | APV | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
