1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Cube |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
