1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 17 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 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Apollo | 1400 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |