1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 543 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | APV | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
