1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Apollo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
