2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 185 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mondeo | Apollo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |