2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Tacoma | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2610 mm |
