1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 348 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | APV | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
