1994 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic. 1990 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
