1991 Holden Apollo vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 661 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Apollo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
