1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. Both 1993 Mazda 626 and 1989 Holden Apollo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo. 1989 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 626 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
