1984 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Mustang 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 1984 Ford Mustang. 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Mustang | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Apollo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |