1986 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima 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 2007 Kia Optima. 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, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Drover | Optima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4260 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
