2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 19 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Outlander | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
