1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | APV | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
