1991 Holden Apollo vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Apollo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
