1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.
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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 2009 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | Apollo | C8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
