1986 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Apollo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |