1989 Holden Apollo vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 37 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 191 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Apollo | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Apollo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
