1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 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. Both 1989 Holden Apollo and 2002 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Apollo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
