1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 910 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Drover |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |