1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1992 Holden Apollo and 1992 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. 1992 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Apollo | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Apollo | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |