1969 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair. 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 Ford Corsair. 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 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Corsair | Drover |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
