1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | APV | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
