2000 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 10 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
