2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1990 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo 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:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Smart | Holden |
| Model | ForTwo | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2610 mm |
