1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 12 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 475 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 2002 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Apollo | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
