1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
