1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 310 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | APV | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
