1986 Holden Drover vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar MK V (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 832 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 1949 Jaguar MK V. 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Drover | MK V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3050 mm |
