1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
