1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Apollo | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
