1972 Ford Custom vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 859 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 1972 Ford Custom. 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Custom | Drover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2040 mm |
