1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Apollo | Exige |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
