1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Apollo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
