1986 Holden Drover vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56

To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 22 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 410 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2008 Infiniti QX56 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. 2008 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Holden Drover 2008 Infiniti QX56
Make Holden Infiniti
Model Drover QX56
Year Released 1986 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 5550 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 63 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 533 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 3140 mm


 

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