2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Transit Connect | Apollo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |