1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 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 10 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Apollo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
