2004 Audi S4 vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 13 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 515 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 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S4 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
