2005 Volkswagen GTI vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 172 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen GTI | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | GTI | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
