1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Apollo | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | Apollo | C3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
