1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 540 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.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Venture | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
