1986 Holden Drover vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Drover | SP |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
