1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 366 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.
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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | APV | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2775 mm |
