1953 AC Ace vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 148 kg more than 1953 AC Ace.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Ace | Drover |
Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |