1979 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo. 1991 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Apollo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |