1986 Holden Drover vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 610 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 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Holden Drover 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Holden Vauxhall
Model Drover Zafira
Year Released 1986 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2700 mm


 

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