1986 Holden Drover vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 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 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 590 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 Volvo 960. 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 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Drover | 960 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
