1991 Holden Apollo vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 18 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 426 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 2009 Kia Borrego 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 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Apollo | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
