1986 Holden Drover vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 185 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 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Drover | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
