1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Apollo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
