2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 20 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo. 1989 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | H1 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
