1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1118 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 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 1989 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | APV | Defender |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
