2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 19 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 936 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.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Envoy | Apollo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |