1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon 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 2007 Ford Falcon 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 2007 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Apollo | Falcon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |