1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
