1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 2008 Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 265 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Apollo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
