1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 18 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 255 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 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | APV | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
