1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | APV | Camira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
