1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 538 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.
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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Apollo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
