1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1399 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 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Apollo | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3302 mm |
