1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Apollo | Avella |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
