2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 17 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fusion | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
