1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Apollo | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
