1986 Holden Drover vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |