1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 955 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | APV | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
