1989 Holden Apollo vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Apollo | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Apollo | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
