1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 366 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.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | APV | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
