1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo 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.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Apollo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
