1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 210 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 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | APV | TL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
