1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 23 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 87 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | APV | ATS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2775 mm |
