1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | DeVille | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
