1986 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Apollo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |