1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1140 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 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | APV | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
