1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Stealth | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
