1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1986 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Because 1986 Nissan Cedric 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 1986 Nissan Cedric. 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 1986 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1986 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Apollo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
