1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Apollo | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Apollo | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
