2011 Ford F-250 vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 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 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-250 | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Apollo |
Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2610 mm |