1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 535 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.
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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 2004 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Apollo | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
