1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 1990 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1992 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1992 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Cherokee | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
