1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 580 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 3-Litre | Drover |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
