1986 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 370 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | Civic |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |