1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 189 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | APV | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
