1986 Holden Drover vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 692 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 2010 Kia Magentis. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Drover | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
