1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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. Both 1990 Holden Apollo and 2012 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 271 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 2012 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Apollo | Stream |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
