1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Apollo | 1988 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Apollo | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |