1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 17 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Prius |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
