1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 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, 1990 Chevrolet APV (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 1990 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | APV | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
