1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 505 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Apollo 1967 Toyota Corolla
Make Holden Toyota
Model Apollo Corolla
Year Released 1990 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1077 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2290 mm


 

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