1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 18 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 444 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 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | APV | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
