1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. Both 1992 Holden Apollo and 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Apollo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
