1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | APV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
