1997 SsangYong Korando vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Korando | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Korando | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
