1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 200 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 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Apollo | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |