2012 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 862 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2067 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
