1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. Both 1992 Holden Apollo and 1988 Mazda 929 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Because 1988 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Apollo | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
