1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 10 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 18 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 187 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Apollo 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Holden Vauxhall
Model Apollo Zafira
Year Released 1990 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1392 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2700 mm


 

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