1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet APV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | APV | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
