1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 290 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | APV | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3157 mm |
