1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 615 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Apollo | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2918 mm |