1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 18 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 871 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Apollo | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |