1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet APV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
