1985 Holden Drover vs. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 927 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Drover | Grandeur |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |