1989 Renault 19 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, both 1989 Renault 19 and 1989 Holden Apollo were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 26 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19. 1989 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 19 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Renault | Holden |
Model | 19 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |