1989 Holden Apollo vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 330 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 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Apollo | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |