2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1990 Holden Apollo

To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 610 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.

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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Town & Country 1990 Holden Apollo
Make Chrysler Holden
Model Town & Country Apollo
Year Released 2008 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2610 mm


 

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