1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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. Both 1989 Holden Apollo and 2002 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 70 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 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Apollo | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |