1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
