1986 Holden Drover vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1121 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Holden Drover 2006 Jeep Cherokee
Make Holden Jeep
Model Drover Cherokee
Year Released 1986 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 3699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 63 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 2031 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2650 mm


 

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