1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet APV would be higher. Both 1991 Chevrolet APV and 1994 Chevrolet Lumina are equipped with a 3,135 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | APV | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
