1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 16 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 241 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Apollo | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Apollo | Primera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
