1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 17 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. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 517 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.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo. 2009 Infiniti M 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. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Apollo | M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
