1989 Holden Apollo vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 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 1993 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Apollo | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Apollo | 928 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
