1987 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord. 1990 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Apollo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |