1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 482 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Apollo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
