1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1989 Venturi Coupe 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 1989 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Holden | Venturi |
Model | Apollo | Coupe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |