1992 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX. 1989 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | BX | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
