1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 111 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 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
