1986 Holden Drover vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 7 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 670 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 1993 Renault Safrane. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 1993 Renault Safrane 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. 1993 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Drover | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
