1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 20 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 870 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | APV | GL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3076 mm |
