1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Venza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2775 mm |
