1986 Holden Drover vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 434 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 1973 Holden Monaro. 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Drover | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
