2000 Vauxhall Agila vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 8 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 44 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 1992 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Agila | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Holden |
| Model | Agila | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
