1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Apollo | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
