2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 534 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Galaxy | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
