1989 Holden Apollo vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 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 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Apollo | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |