1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1990 Holden Apollo and 1976 Nissan Bluebird are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Apollo | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |