1984 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Apollo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |