2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 301 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Tribute | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
