2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1991 Holden Apollo

To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo.

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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Renault Laguna 1991 Holden Apollo
Make Renault Holden
Model Laguna Apollo
Year Released 2000 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1782 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 116 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm


 

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