1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 275 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 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | APV | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
