1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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. Both 1992 Holden Apollo and 2000 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 427 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Apollo | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
