1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 1 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 2 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aurora | APV |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
