1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | APV | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
