1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 13 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. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1991 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | APV | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
