1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century. 1990 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
