1986 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 795 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 2007 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2007 Opel Vectra 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. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Drover | Vectra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |