1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 18 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Juke |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
