1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Apollo | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
