1986 Holden Drover vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 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 1988 Honda Civic. 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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | Civic |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |