1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1996 Nissan Laurel 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 1996 Nissan Laurel. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet APV | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | APV | Laurel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |