1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo 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 2 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Apollo | Laguna |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |