1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 9 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 59 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
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, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Apollo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
