1991 Holden Apollo vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo. 2001 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Apollo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
