1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Century 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 1980 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Century |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
