1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet APV and 1996 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 4 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 1996 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | APV | MPV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
