1986 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1880 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | Drover | Silverado |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3380 mm |