1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 11 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
