1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 1993 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | APV | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
