1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 460 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Apollo | Regal |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2738 mm |
