1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Because 1991 Ford Mustang 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 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Apollo |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |