1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1991 Holden Apollo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chrysler Newport 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 1979 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo, 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Newport | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
