1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 21 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 819 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Apollo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
