2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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. Both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 1990 Holden Apollo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mondeo | Apollo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |