1986 Holden Drover vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 420 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 2008 Toyota Prius. 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, 2008 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2008 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Drover | Prius |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |