2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Rainier | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
