1986 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 26 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 455 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 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Drover | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2685 mm |
