1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet APV and 1990 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet APV (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626. 1990 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 626 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 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | APV | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
