1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, both 1990 Cadillac Eldorado and 1990 Holden Apollo were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Eldorado | Apollo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |