1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 17 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Because 2007 Kia K2700 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 2007 Kia K2700. 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, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Apollo | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
