1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life 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. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Apollo | Life |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
