1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | APV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |