1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 220 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 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Apollo | Impreza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |