1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
