1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 15 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. Both 1990 Holden Apollo and 2005 SsangYong Actyon are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 567 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 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Apollo | Actyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |