1991 Holden Apollo vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Apollo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
