1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Holden Apollo

To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Suburban 1990 Holden Apollo
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Suburban Apollo
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 209 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2610 mm


 

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