1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Apollo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
