1986 Holden Drover vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 446 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 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Drover | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
