1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 390 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Apollo | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Apollo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
