1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1994 Chevrolet APV and 1994 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 37 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra. 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | APV | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
