1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1015 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Apollo | Carnival |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |