1991 Holden Apollo vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Apollo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
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, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Apollo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
