1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| 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 | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2601 mm |
