1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
