1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 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 29 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 408 kg more 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Apollo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
