1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Apollo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
