1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. Both 1992 Holden Apollo and 1993 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 275 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Apollo | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
