1988 Holden Barina vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Barina | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2610 mm |
