1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1105 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 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Apollo | T5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
