1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 371 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | APV | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
