1991 Holden Apollo vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 162 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Apollo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
