1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Skylark | Apollo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |