1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 960 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Apollo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
