2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 15 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Outlander | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
