1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1999 Nissan Laurel 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 1999 Nissan Laurel. 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 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
