2004 Honda Life vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 71 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 1990 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Life 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:
2004 Honda Life | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Life | Apollo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |