1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet APV. 1992 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | APV | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2616 mm |
