1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 22 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2911 mm |
