1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1995 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 1995 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.

Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Apollo 1995 Toyota 4Runner
Make Holden Toyota
Model Apollo 4Runner
Year Released 1990 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2630 mm


 

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