1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 17 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 640 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo. 2009 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Apollo | Antara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
